Quench Definition & Meaning
quench
- verb
- satisfy (thirst); "The cold water quenched his thirst"
- put out, as of fires, flames, or lights; "Too big to be extinguished at once, the forest fires at best could be contained"; "quench the flames"; "snuff out the candles"
- electronics: suppress (sparking) when the current is cut off in an inductive circuit, or suppress (an oscillation or discharge) in a component or device
- suppress or crush completely; "squelch any sign of dissent"; "quench a rebellion"
- reduce the degree of (luminescence or phosphorescence) in (excited molecules or a material) by adding a suitable substance
- cool (hot metal) by plunging into cold water or other liquid; "quench steel"
"Quench" in song lyrics
See how quench is used in real songs:
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"I sat down for hours on some net bench, shot up the rows, my arms quench"
Bronze Nazareth — Sigh -
"Hennessey straight with the lemon squeezed to quench"
The Grouch — Simple Man -
"Where's my canteen, man, I got a thirst to quench"
King Just — Brawl
Words that rhyme with quench
Usage tips for "quench"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "quench" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for quench to find words that pair well.